Online Class: Proofreading and Copyediting 101

Name: Proofreading and Copyediting 101
Price: 95.00 USD

Become a Skilled Proofreader or Copyeditor If you're looking for a new career path or if you're a writer who wants to improve your writing skills, learning how to proofread and copyedit with our easy to follow, in-depth course, may be just what you need. Learning these specialized skills will help improve your overall writing ability and may provide a career path that is both lucrative and in high demand.

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14

Lessons
30

Exams &
Assignments
0

Students
have taken this course
5

Hours
average time
0.5

CEUs

Course Description

Become a Skilled Proofreader or Copyeditor

If you're looking for a new career path or if you're a writer who wants to improve your writing skills, learning how to proofread and copyedit with our easy to follow, in-depth course, may be just what you need. Learning these specialized skills will help improve your overall writing ability and may provide a career path that is both lucrative and in high demand. In today's world, proofreaders and copyeditors are sought after not only in the corporate environment and Internet-related ventures, but also by start-up companies, small businesses, and entrepreneurs. Freelance proofreading jobs are bountiful, and many companies offer work-from-home opportunities as an additional benefit.

This online course will cover:

Exactly what proofreading and copyediting will entail.
The tools you need to be an efficient proofreader or copyeditor.
The basic skills you need to learn, taught to you in an easy-to-understand manner.
Step-by-step instruction on how to proofread or copyedit.
How to apply your newly learned skills.
Tips to make you a professional proofreader or copyeditor with just a little practice.
How to proofread and copyedit different kinds of writing such as fiction, blogs and articles.
How to proofread and copyedit your own work.
How to secure employment as a proofreader or copyeditor.
How to start your own proofreading or copyediting business upon completion of the course.
Current salary information.
Practice exercises to implement your new skills.

This course is designed for everyone, regardless of education, experience, or background. No matter who you are or what you want to achieve in life, gaining proofreading and copyediting skills will improve your written communications, help you think more clearly, and perhaps start you on the road to a brand new career.

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Completely Online
Self-Paced
6 Months to Complete
24/7 Availability
Start Anytime
PC & Mac Compatible
Android & iOS Friendly
Accredited CEUs

Universal Class is an IACET Accredited Provider

Course Lessons

Lesson 1. Introduction to Proofreading and Copyediting

30 Points

This lesson describes how you can use proofreading and copyediting skills in your career.

Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Course Background Information Survey; Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete Assignment: An Introduction
Complete: Assignment 1: Proofreading and Copyediting
Assessment: Lesson 1 Exam

Lesson 2. The Use of Style Sheets and Style Guides in Proofreading and Copyediting

50 Points

This lesson defines style guides and sheets and demonstrates their importance in copyediting and proofreading.

Lesson 2 Video
Lesson discussions: Style Sheets and Style Guides
Complete: Assignment 2: Style Sheets and Style Guides
Assessment: Lesson 2 Exam

Lesson 3. Finding the Appropriate Style Guides

39 Points

This lesson explains different style guides available and their importance in relation to the content you are proofreading.

Lesson 3 Video
Complete: Assignment 3: Print and Online Style Guides
Assessment: Lesson 3 Exam

Lesson 4. How to Create and Use a Style Sheet

55 Points

This lesson describes how to create and use a style sheet as a copyeditor or proofreader.

Lesson 4 Video
Complete: Assignment 4: Creating Style Sheets
Assessment: Lesson 4 Exam

Lesson 5. Proofreaders' Marks and How They Are Used to Copyedit and Proofread

49 Points

This lesson describes what proofreaders' marks are and how to use them to copyedit or proofread bodies of work. Additional lesson topics: Common Writing Mistakes

Lesson 5 Video
Lesson discussions: Proofreaders' Marks
Complete: Assignment 5: Proofreaders' Marks
Assessment: Lesson 5 Exam

Lesson 6. Your Job as a Proofreader

39 Points

This lesson outlines the tasks performed by a proofreader. Additional lesson topics: Proofreading Skills

Lesson 6 Video
Complete: Assignment 6: Proofreader's Responsibilities
Assessment: Lesson 6 Exam

Lesson 7. How to Proofread

49 Points

Learn how to be an efficient and capable proofreader. Additional lesson topics: Proofreading test; Proofreading Tips

Lesson 7 Video
Review 5 Practice Worksheets
Complete: Assignment 7: Proofreading Tips
Assessment: Lesson 7 Exam

Lesson 8. Proofreading Practice

54 Points

This lesson contains proofreading practice exercises and assignments. Additional lesson topics: Proofreading Exercise; Proofreading Quizzes

Lesson 8 Video
Review 4 Practice Worksheets
Complete: Assignment 8: Proofreading Practice
Assessment: Lesson 8 Exam

Lesson 9. The Job of a Copyeditor

50 Points

This lesson defines the individual tasks that a copyeditor completes when editing a body of work.

Lesson 9 Video
Complete: Assignment 9: Copyeditor Job Types
Assessment: Lesson 9 Exam

Lesson 10. How to Copyedit

40 Points

Learn how to copyedit different types of content (copy). Additional tips on being an effective copyeditor. Additional lesson topics: Copyediting exercise

Lesson 10 Video
Complete: Assignment 10: Copyediting Newspapers and Magazines
Assessment: Lesson 10 Exam